MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (D098499/04 – 2024/2835(RSP))
On the draft Commission implementing decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified cotton COT102 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council
B-10-2024-0145
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety · Rapporteur: Martin Häusling, Biljana Borzan, Anja Hazekamp
- Voted on · Adopted 496–143–18 · See the decision →
- Full procedure 2024/2835
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Parliament objects to the draft Commission decision authorising GM cotton COT102, citing risks from Bt toxins, antibiotic resistance markers, and procedural flaws.¶¶¶ It calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft and not authorise GM plants with antimicrobial resistance genes, and urges consideration of sustainability and international obligations.¶¶
Key points
- Considers the draft decision exceeds implementing powers under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003.¶
- Finds the draft inconsistent with Union law, as it conflicts with the aim of ensuring high protection of health, environment, and consumer interests.¶
- Calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft and submit a new one to the committee.¶
- Reiterates call not to authorise GM plants with antimicrobial resistance genes, noting violation of Directive 2001/18/EC.¶
- Welcomes Commission's recognition of sustainability but expresses disappointment at continued authorisations despite objections.¶
- Urges Commission to consider international agreements like Paris Climate Agreement and UN conventions, and to explain how draft acts uphold 'do no harm'.¶